Margaret W.
Parkrose, Portland, OR
Services
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Margaret can care for
Availability
I am a full-time pet care provider, and intentionally spend as much of my time at home with your pet as I can, to minimize anxiety while their people are gone. I will occasionally need to leave for a couple of hours here and there to visit my regular dog walking clients during the day, or to attend band practices or other commitments in the evenings, but I do my best to prioritize quality time with the animals in my care.
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About Margaret W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to maintain your pet's typical routine as closely as possible, as I find the familiarity and consistency keeps them feeling calm. Depending on their needs and energy levels, we'll have a balance of indoor play time, walks around the neighborhood, and cuddle time. Rest assured I will be loving on them as if they are my own pets! This is how I meet my own needs as an animal-obsessed touring musician whose travel schedule doesn't allow for personal pet ownership. :)
Information Margaret W. would like to know about your pet
Any details about temperament and likes or dislikes that will help me get on your dog's good side more quickly would be appreciated, but more importantly it will help me gauge whether any observed behaviors are out of the ordinary and cause for concern. Let me know if you have strict rules about treats or certain behaviors you'd like me to work on during our time together (sitting before crossing the street, specific commands you use, etc.)
A typical day
I like to let the dogs make most of the choices on where we walk, since it's for their benefit and enjoyment. I keep them on-leash, but am happy for play time in a fenced yard, or indoors if space allows. If your pet is big on cuddles, kisses, I'm all for it! Whatever is going to make their day a little better while their favorite person is away.
Location
Portland, OR
They call me the dog whisperer
Pet care experience
It's no secret that I love animals more than people (no offense). There is something so pure and uncomplicated about the bonds we form with our pets, and leaving them behind is never easy, no matter the reason. When your bestie needs a buddy, you'll want a sitter who is not only present in the room, but present in the moment; someone you can trust to be just as attentive to their emotional needs as their physical ones. As a member of your pet's care team, I consider myself to be an extension of their family. My priority is to foster a comfortable, engaging, and loving environment that feels as close to their normal routine as possible. I strive to be the next best thing to having you there, and to provide consistent communication and trustworthy service that enables you to travel stress-free. I have been pet sitting and dog walking professionally since 2017 through Rover, and work part time as a Pet Care Professional with Hot Diggity Dog Walking. With nearly 60 rave reviews and over 20 repeat clients, I am proud to have been among the first to achieve Rover's "Star Sitter" status, a distinction which "highlights sitters with a track record of highly rated care for pets and responsible, reliable service for pet parents." I am certified in first aid and CPR via ProTrainings, and have over 30 years of pet ownership experience with a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, fish, and horses. I have experience working with different ages and temperaments, including those anxious, hesitant, young, elderly, and/or injured pets who may benefit from having some extra care and thoughtfulness built into their routine. I am comfortable administering medications, and I'm happy to work with your pet on any specific training regimens you have in place, to maintain consistency in their education and environment. If this feels like a good fit for you, please reach out with a bit about your pet and their specific needs, and we can compare calendars to schedule a meet-and-greet. I look forward to meeting you and getting to know your furry family member(s)!
Cat care experience
Margaret also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Love Margaret's positive attitude. Cooper is so happy to greet her and head out.
Margaret is so patient with slow moving Mr. Cooper. It makes me happy to see him greet her with waggy tail and enthused about heading out.
Margaret takes great care of Cooper. I'm happy that he is with someone he likes so much. 💖
Cooper was immediately comfortable with Margaret. She has a great attitude and communicates well. Glad to have Margaret walk Coop each week.
About Margaret W.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to maintain your pet's typical routine as closely as possible, as I find the familiarity and consistency keeps them feeling calm. Depending on their needs and energy levels, we'll have a balance of indoor play time, walks around the neighborhood, and cuddle time. Rest assured I will be loving on them as if they are my own pets! This is how I meet my own needs as an animal-obsessed touring musician whose travel schedule doesn't allow for personal pet ownership. :)
Information Margaret W. would like to know about your pet
Any details about temperament and likes or dislikes that will help me get on your dog's good side more quickly would be appreciated, but more importantly it will help me gauge whether any observed behaviors are out of the ordinary and cause for concern. Let me know if you have strict rules about treats or certain behaviors you'd like me to work on during our time together (sitting before crossing the street, specific commands you use, etc.)
A typical day
I like to let the dogs make most of the choices on where we walk, since it's for their benefit and enjoyment. I keep them on-leash, but am happy for play time in a fenced yard, or indoors if space allows. If your pet is big on cuddles, kisses, I'm all for it! Whatever is going to make their day a little better while their favorite person is away.
Margaret W.
Parkrose, Portland, OR